More comments: "I thought it was riveting!"
Posted by Diane on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 8:51am
I stayed up and read the entire book last night...............your writing style is very warm and spontaneous and easy to understand.........it is very genuine and believable and enjoyable to read..........you do not pound people over the head with theology, but just state your beliefs, doubts, and experiences.........should be very much of an encouragement to many.........I am glad I read it! I thought it was riveting........I just kept reading until I was done......so I went to sleep rather late! (actually early in the wee morning hours.........) Judy
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A new Testimonial from Rev. Nancy to share
Posted by Diane on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 8:48am
Diane Hanson is a down-to-earth loving mom and writer who shares her personal journey of loss, disappointment and determination with honesty. Anyone who has lost a child, knows someone who has, or who could never imagine such a situation, can identify with and benefit by the story of her struggles, her tears, her laughter and coping. Faith is key to Diane’s existence and how she approaches life. Although the Christian message is sometimes heavy, the strength and persistence which comes from her faith is an inspiration. Rev. Nancy Hoelter, MDiv Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
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More new comments to share: "I seriously could not put this book down"
Posted by Diane on Monday, February 8, 2010 at 8:23pm
It is almost midnight on Saturday night and I jut finished reading "Full Circle". I usually do not stay up this late at night but I seriously could not put this book down. I tried to decide if it was just because I know you that it held my interest so but I have decided it is so good that even if I didn't know you and your girls personally, it would have engaged me and kept my interest. I am amazed and flabbergasted to know of all the struggles you have had in your life and your journey to faith. Your testimony and sharing of your experiences is heartfelt, but is also well organized and presented. For someone who thinks they are "scattered"and "not with it" all the time, you had the foresight to keep those journals and organize your thoughts and situations into an amazingly cohesive and interesting story. I am in awe of it really! I too struggled with infertility for five years and was only able to bear children with the help of fertility drugs. While it was nothing like your struggle, it makes me appreciate what some people have to go through to have children while others get pregnant without trying or even wanting a baby. So all of that was really interesting to me. You are a very strong person. What you have conquered and accomplished and managed to survive in your life is nothing short of a miracle and to remain steadfast in faith is overwelming. Many people would have been angry at God for all the challenges placed on your path. Instead you looked at them as a means to strenghthen your trust in God.... amazing. What a gift you have given to your girls in wiriting this book. When they are older and read it your story will give them a picture of you that few children ever see of their parents..and Tim and your parents must be so proud. I think it will find its market and it could be very successful. I know that was not your reason for writing it, but I would not be surprised at all if that happened. Joyce
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More Comments: It's a wonderful book!
Posted by Diane on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 7:54am
"I found your book and read it. Diane, it is a wonderful book, and I felt myself feeling your highs and lows. My sweet niece is in the midst of infertility. Nothing seems to work and she and her husband are in so much pain. Today I am passing on your book to her with prayers that her story will have a happy ending." Sandi
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Early feedback on "Full Circle":
Posted by Diane on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 11:46am
"I started to read your book this afternoon and could not put it down. I just finished the book and am in tears. The life lessons that (your brother Dean) leaves behind need repeating at least I need to be reminded of what really matters. You have done a beautiful job witnessing for God in a way that is not "preachy" and will hopefully reach many people. That comfort is such a gift, and your book was filled with the peace that comes from faith." "I loved your book..... it really has moved me. Your total faith in God really amazed me. I wish I had read this book years ago, or had met you earlier in my life. I can relate to some of your hardships, but I dealt with them differently. I chose to pull away from God for awhile out of anger. However, thankfully I came back to Him and my life got better. I really think this book can and will help others. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and faith with others." "I picked it up last night intending to just get a little farther before collapsing, and I couldn’t put it down. Diane, I enjoyed every minute of it. I laughed with a few of your similarities with the busyness of four kids, and had tears in my eyes through almost the entire chapter about your car accident. You have a very strong and loving family, the 6 of you as well as your extended family also. Congratulations on writing a wonderful book. In a way I feel like you in that you almost feel as though you begin coming out of a fog as the children get a older . . . I’ve always been so consumed with the kids, I’ve never paid enough attention to what is going on around me. I was able to drop your book off to my co-worker who just had surgery April 1st. She had a cyst removed from her ovary. I brought it to her 2 days after, because I knew she’d be beginning to crave something to read. I was right. She couldn’t wait to get in to it, and she called me the minute she finished it, saying how much she enjoyed it. She was very impressed, and very touched."
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